NEW School Hours: 8:05 am--2:55 pm

Website: www.isd12.org/cms
Location: 399 Elm Street, Lino Lakes, MN, USA
Phone: 763-792-5400

Monday, September 9th: B Day

Tuesday, September 10th: A Day

Wednesday, September 11th: B Day

Thursday, September 12th: A Day

Friday, September 13th: B Day

• Picture Make-Up Day

Check out these awesome students using their student ID cards and enjoying true social connection and interaction! It was a great first week at CMS!

• CMS School Hours and Class Schedule – School hours are from 8:05 am-2:55 pm. Students arriving prior to 7:45 am who are not signed up for Before-School Supervision will remain outside until 7:45 am. The Middle School office will be open from 7:30 am-3:15 pm each day once school begins.
• Student Drop-off and Pick-up – Please watch this important video for updated information and processes you will need to follow if you will be dropping off or picking up your child before or after school: https://youtu.be/0Y6on_Fchwk
  
• Chromebooks – All students should bring their fully-charged school-issued Chromebook to school each day. There are a very limited supply of loaner Chromebooks for students.
  
• Cell Phones - Cell phones are not required or necessary at Middle School. Students have school-issued Chromebooks and email addresses and do not need cell phones in the classroom. If you choose to send your child to school with a cell phone, please be aware that it will need to stay in their locker throughout the course of the academic day. Students will not be bringing cell phones to classes or to the lunchroom. Students may check their cell phone at their locker during passing periods, before or after lunch time, or after school, but they will need to stay in lockers.
• Student ID's - Each student is provided with a Centennial ISD12 student ID which has a barcode. This barcode is needed in the cafeteria and in the media center. Students will need to have their ID on them at all times. Lanyards are available to pick up in the school office if needed.

• Water Bottles – Water bottles will be allowed in school, but it will be up to each teacher’s discretion if they will allow them in their classrooms.
  

• Hats and Hoods – In our continued effort to make sure that our school is safe and that our students are recognizable, both in person and through our security cameras, we will not be allowing students to wear hats and/or hoods during the school day.

If your child had their picture taken at one of the back-to-school Materials Drop Off days, their school pictures are ready!

To order, log in to your account on mylifetouch.com or create an account using your student's school ID number. Note: Student ID numbers can be found in Campus Portal. It's the 9-digit number listed as the "student number" as well as under the Food Service barcode.

All families can also log on and order a FREE Digital SmileSafe card. More about the Smilesafe program here.

Thank you!

Lifetouch will be taking pictures of students who did not get their picture taken at one of the back-to-school Materials Drop Off Days. Pre-order pictures today by scanning the QR code or visit mylifetouch.com and use the Picture Day ID: EVTRTBKMW

We offer supervision before and after school in the cafeteria for a fee. Students must be registered each quarter in order to participate. Registration information for Fall Quarter AM and PM Supervision is now open!

CMS Before and After-School Supervision takes place in the cafeteria. This is a safe place for students to be supervised before and after school. You must provide your own transportation.

Before-School Supervision Hours and Information:

• Hours: 6:00-7:45 am
• Students arriving prior to 7:45 am who are not signed up for Supervision will remain outside until 7:45 am.

After-School Supervision Hours and Information:

• Hours: 3:00-6:00 pm
• Students staying after school who are not signed up for After-School Supervision will need to wait outside after 3:00 pm while they wait for pick-up.

Costs:

• Before-School Supervision: $185 per quarter
• After-School Supervision: $210 per quarter
• Before and After Supervision: $360 per quarter

Late Pickup:

• A late pickup fee of $10 per each five-minute increment past 6:00 pm will be assigned to your Campus Fees. A pattern of late pickup may result in termination of supervision. If the child is not picked up by 6:30 pm and we are unable to reach an emergency contact, the police will be contacted.

To register: Log into your Campus Parent Portal account and go to "fees." There is an "optional fee" located there for supervision. Select the option you will need. Once your have paid your fee, your student is then automatically registered.

If you family needs financial assistance, please contact Tammy Larsen at tlarsen@isd12.org.

An optional device protection plan ($30 per year) is available for families with 6th-12th grade students to purchase annually. This plan covers the first instance of accidental damage. When enrolled in the protection plan, any additional instances of damage would be repaired through a $20 deductible. This is an elective plan and is not required. Families that qualify for the Free and Reduced Lunch Program are eligible for the Chromebook Protection Plan at no cost. Families interested in applying for the Free and Reduced Lunch Program can get application information on the ISD12 Nutrition Services Webpage.

The Chromebook Protection Plan is purchased Online through Campus Fees in Campus Portal for Parents.

• The Chromebook Protection Plan is available for purchase at the beginning of each school year until mid September.
• You will receive a receipt at the end of your transaction. The receipt is your confirmation that the protection plan has been activated.
• Families that qualify for the Free and Reduced Program are automatically enrolled (no action needed).

Need help logging into Campus Portal? Click here for instructions

We want to make sure that everyone understands that our hope is that Middle School students will attend the CHS varsity home football games with their families and will enjoy the time together. However, we do have an option if that's not possible. It's called the "Cougar Den."

For those of you who are new to Centennial Middle School and for those returning, we will have the CMS Cougar Den open for each CHS varsity home football game again this fall. This area is designated for CMS students only and includes supervision, concessions, restrooms, and bleacher seating. The Cougar Den is located behind the west end zone of Cougar Stadium. This is an area where middle school students can come together to socialize, enjoy treats, and watch the football game. There is a separate entrance to the Cougar Den on the west end of the field.

Students can always sit with their families if they choose to in the main seating area, but the Cougar Den is exclusively for CMS students. No guests are permitted. Please check your child in with the adults at the Cougar Den entrance. At the end of the game students will be released from the Cougar Den. It is the family's responsibility to know where to meet your child. The following information will help your child successfully attend the CHS home football games:

How do we purchase tickets?

• Tickets will not be sold at the entrance. They must be purchased through the digital ticketing page of the CHS Athletics and Activities website which is linked here: https://highschool.isd12.org/athletics-activities-at-chs/online-tickets-cougar-corner-apparel

What are the parent/guardian responsibilities?

• Parents/guardians and students need to decide on a plan together. The middle school staff are only responsible for your child when they enter the Cougar Den. If they choose to leave the Cougar Den, they are your responsibility. We will not be signing students in or out. Students who leave the Cougar Den cannot come back into the Cougar Den. There is no re-entry. Also, students are not able to leave the Cougar Den to enter the stadium seating without their parent with them.

What are the behavioral expectations?

• Behavioral expectations for middle school students are identical to the expectations outlined in the student handbook for the student day and the Minnesota State High School League rules. The MSHL Behavioral Expectations are attached below.

Prohibited Items

• Backpacks
• Outside food and beverages
• Footballs or sports equipment of any kind
• Skateboards/Roller (Inline) skates

Congratulations to the CMS art students, Bentley Herrick and Tabitha Peterson, who were recently awarded ribbons for their artwork at the Minnesota State Fair! Note: Grade level is from last school year).

Bentley Herrick, 7th grade:

• Bug Diorama (from Mr. Danzl’s science class)--1st place
• Watercolor Mandala--2nd place
• Colored Pencil Drawing--1st place

Tabitha Peterson, 7th grade:

• Colored Pencil Drawing--3rd Place
• Watercolor Mandala--Participation

Student absence requests are submitted through Campus Parent Portal. An “Attendance Request” link is also found on the Parent Hub of the school website for easy access to the Portal and resources to assist.

The direct link can be found here: Campus Attendance Reporting

Helpful links: Parent Portal Login Assistance

For attendance reporting questions, please email Sara Verke at sverke@isd12.org.

Make a Difference and Substitute in our Schools!

Don’t miss this chance to get involved and make a difference in the Centennial School District! No experience necessary; training provided!

This is a great opportunity to:

• Be involved in your child’s education and help out in the schools.
• Turn your volunteer hours into extra income.
• Work a schedule that fits with your student’s schedule.
• Get paid weekly and take advantage of bonus opportunities.

Available positions:

• Substitute Teachers (To qualify, you must have bachelor’s degree with MN Teaching or Substitute License; you can obtain a Short Call License if you have a bachelor’s degree.)

• Substitute Paraprofessionals (To qualify, you must have a HS Diploma/GED.)

Apply at teachersoncall.com; 800-713-4439

Substitutes are also needed for Kids Club, food service, custodial, administrative assistants, and nurses. More information can be found on the Centennial website.

Reminder: Annual Review of Student Information
Please review and complete the annual data review for your student/s in the Infinite Campus Parent Portal by Friday, September 20, 2024. Helpful links:

Link to the Parent Portal

How do I log into Parent Portal?

How do I start the annual data review in Parent Portal?

Reminder: Immunization Information
Minnesota law requires children enrolled in childcare, early childhood education, or school to be immunized against certain diseases, unless the child is medically or non-medically exempt.

If proper documentation is not provided, students will be unable to attend school after November 1st, 2023. What you need to do:

· Contact your health care provider and review your student’s immunization status to make sure they are up to date.

· If you missed a required vaccination, make an appointment with a healthcare provider or local clinic as soon as possible.

· Follow up with your students’ school if they have reached out to you regarding your student’s immunization status.

· Turn in medical (must be signed by health care provider) and non-medical (must be notarized) exemption forms to your child’s school.

Visit the MDH website for vaccine schedules, exemption forms and more information including where to get free/low cost immunizations today. Please reach out to your student’s school for any questions. Please note, K-12 immunization status is available on Campus Parent Portal.

Free Meals/Reduced Fees and Other Benefits
Although no application is required to receive one free breakfast and lunch each day at school, filling out the Application for Educational Benefits is still important. Your student may qualify for free and reduced benefits like reduced fees at school and other meal programs. Find out if you quality by completing an application. Applications and instructions can be found online or apply online on your Infinite Campus Parent Portal.

Here’s what’s happening soon:

Sept. 9- Middle School Traveling Boys & Girls Soccer

Sept. 12- Centennial Bowling Club-deadline to register with T-shirt

Sept. 16- Cookies and Canvas

Strategy Games Club

Sept. 17- Ultimate Outdoor Cooking

FIRST LEGO League Robotics

Sept. 20- Henna Workshop

Sept. 25- Middle School Girls Who Code

Sept. 26- CoderZ League (gr. 7-8)

More:

Oct. 1- Dungeons & Dragons 101 with Character Creation (gr. 6)

Oct. 3- Sugar Cookie Decorating (ages 10+)

Oct. 26- Halloween Hustle 5K (all ages/family)

Go online to view all activities and to register: www.isd12.org/community-education.

Welcome to the Digital Backpack, the district’s central posting place for community flyers. If you have questions regarding these programs, please contact the organizations directly. Click HERE to browse the Digital Backpack.

The Centennial School District has compiled a wide variety of resources for our students, families, and greater community. These resources include mental health, learning and enrichment, services specific to our aging population, crisis, where to find economic assistance and much, much more. You can find these resources on our district website here.

Centennial School District has partnered with Paper to provide free, 24/7 access to 1-on-1 tutoring and writing support for students in grade 6-12. Through federal relief funds, we are able to provide additional academic support for students. Students can access this online tutor via the chat function. The app is available on student Chromebooks. For more information about Paper, click here.